Sigyn Posted January 19, 2009 #1 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I need to book a cruise in the next week or two. What is the best site to use to book a cruise at a discount? thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennifer Posted January 19, 2009 #2 Share Posted January 19, 2009 We have always booked through Costco. Always get a great deal. Also, we have the executive membership, so we get 2 % back for our vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Luv2Cruz* Posted January 19, 2009 #3 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I need to book a cruise in the next week or two. What is the best site to use to book a cruise at a discount? thanks! One of the best ways to book a cruise at a discount is with a CC Member (Group) Cruise!:D All the Official CC Group cruises have great prices and amenities and the prices usually include all taxes and fees! Attached is the link to all the scheduled member cruises. If you’re thinking of going to Bermuda, see the links below, and you're welcome to join us!;) Happy cruising!!:cool: http://www.cruisecritic.com/interests/groupcruise.cfm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigyn Posted January 20, 2009 Author #4 Share Posted January 20, 2009 thanks for the info. are there websites that offer deals? I'm not going to Bermuda, unfortunately. but sounds like fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RosieRoo Posted January 20, 2009 #5 Share Posted January 20, 2009 You can try the website that "competes" for you business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheVegasMan Posted January 20, 2009 #6 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Some of the cruise lines (HAL for one) offer discounts for teachers, police and fire fighters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WEELYNCRUZER Posted January 21, 2009 #7 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Use a reputable t/a. They want repeat cstomers and referrals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted January 23, 2009 #8 Share Posted January 23, 2009 if your a member of rci try them it is part of ICE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigyn Posted January 24, 2009 Author #9 Share Posted January 24, 2009 thanks...I'm guessing it's against the rules to list websites? I don't know that for sure, but just guessing since no one listed one. I'll keep looking. thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notsoonenough Posted January 26, 2009 #10 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Just do NOT book with Online Vacation Center. They will keep some of your deposit, even if you cancel well before the final payment is due (and they won't return your calls either). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserbryce Posted January 26, 2009 #11 Share Posted January 26, 2009 I really dont think there is one sure foirs way to always get the best deal other than to shop around. Different outlets run specials at different times as do different cruise lines...when you think you are ready to book do your homework and search around to see whats out there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LKBott Posted February 3, 2009 #12 Share Posted February 3, 2009 I've found good deals though cruise compete - just put in what cruise you want to take and your will get bids travel agents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilly<3 Posted February 6, 2009 #13 Share Posted February 6, 2009 You can try the website that "competes" for you business. i agree with you! i love this site :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rugbypopsie Posted February 8, 2009 #14 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Suscribe to the newsletters from various travel agents. Compare prices including any incentives such as free air, transfers or OBC...often you can pick up a real bargain if you a flexible about holiday arrangements and are prepared to take a lesser grade cabin i.e. an ocean view rather than a balcony etc. If you get a great price...see if your preferred agency is prepared to match it. Come to Australia your dollar goes a lot further here:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nannersmom Posted February 8, 2009 #15 Share Posted February 8, 2009 I need to book a cruise in the next week or two. What is the best site to use to book a cruise at a discount? thanks! If you belong to AAA they can help you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sellsitall Posted February 8, 2009 #16 Share Posted February 8, 2009 We have always booked through Costco. Always get a great deal. Also, we have the executive membership, so we get 2 % back for our vacation! I agree with this. I always shop around and find the best deal thru Costco. Also, Costco's travel insurance is around $40 for a 7 day cruise. Also they gave us a certificate for a bottle of wine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TangleWeb Posted February 8, 2009 #17 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Not to run the thread off topic, but since a Costco membership is $50 a year ($100 for the Executive level membership), are the savings worth it if you don't live within 50 miles of a Costco warehouse? ~Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvmypuggle Posted February 9, 2009 #18 Share Posted February 9, 2009 One poster mentioned "doing your homework".. I totally agree with that. I typically book through the cruiseline.. But I call a couple times to "price it out" because prices do fluxuate as time goes on. The most recent cruise I booked with NCL, I just called to get a quote and they just happened to be having a great OBC offer (that I never saw advertised). So the price was exactly what I had been quoted maybe a few weeks earlier, but with $250 OBC. Sometimes when I find the best price I can possibly find, I contact a travel agent and then say, this is best I can find.. Can you do better? If they say no, I'll offer to give them the booking if they can offer me some sort of OBC. Also, be sure to ask if they offer discounts for someone traveling with you that's in the military, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulubell Posted February 9, 2009 #19 Share Posted February 9, 2009 We have always booked through Costco. Always get a great deal. Also, we have the executive membership, so we get 2 % back for our vacation! Are you sure about getting 2% back-how can check if you got it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Cruizers Posted February 9, 2009 #20 Share Posted February 9, 2009 We have always used our own TA, she alerts us to specials, and all our cruises based upon our desired room location, has been excellant prices.Even friends of ours who cruised alot tell us we have gotten great prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2girls Posted February 10, 2009 #21 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I always do my "homework". I make sure to get quotes from several agencies before actually booking my cruise. I also make sure to find out if the quote included taxes, port charges, etc. These boards have actually helped me save a great deal. I'm very appreciative of the knowledge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingWChrist Posted February 10, 2009 #22 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I agree do your homework. Then I usually get the cruiseline to match the best deal (sometimes it works). I have a relationship with several Cruise Planners and they take care of me! Once you booked, remember to continue to check for price reductions. You must request them.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taxguy77 Posted February 15, 2009 #23 Share Posted February 15, 2009 thanks...I'm guessing it's against the rules to list websites? I don't know that for sure, but just guessing since no one listed one. I'll keep looking. thanks! Good guess.;) I asked something once and got an unpleasent letter from CC!:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faith77 Posted February 15, 2009 #24 Share Posted February 15, 2009 I called Carnival's 800 # and priced out a couple of different cruises (both dates and different itineraries). I cruise solo mostly so I'm always looking for a decent single supplement. Well, I finally found a good cruise for a great price: 9-12 NY to Canada (roundtrip) for 7 nights at $700 (this includes taxes, port charges, ss and upgrade to porthole cabin). This is my best deal ever. I would have preferred to cruise in June but, for this price, I'm going in September. Usually, when I see a cruise I'm interested in, I call the cruiseline and online ta(s). I price the cruise I'm interested in and then I tell them I'm flexible about everything and see what kind of deal I can get. Many times I strike out but, sometimes, I can get a good deal on a cruise that is not selling well. Faith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lms2004 Posted February 16, 2009 #25 Share Posted February 16, 2009 I did a search today for a "no deposit cruise booking" and found a site, but the page was an old one and said must be booked before December 2007. :( Anyone know if this is an option currently someplace? If you can't post it here, could you shoot me an email with that info? I'm looking at a cruise in March 2011 and would like to book now but don't want to pay any down yet b/c I'm currently paying for two others! Talk about cruise addiction! I got it bad!!!! :eek: Thanks huskylms2007@gmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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